Scarlett's Pov
Jonas asked me, trying not to sound angry, "Why are you leaving AU suddenly? What about the basketball team? They are going to lose their best player. "
We were in the cafeteria. Our free time was upon us, and I had seized the opportunity to confront him regarding the latest developments.
Jonas smiled slightly as he leaned back in his chair. "I'm sure Coach will find someone to replace me. Furthermore, I have been considering this for quite some time. I would like to finish my degree at an engineering university. I've always wanted it.
Right. He is studying Engineering.
I chewed my lower lip trying to stay cool. "And what about us? Does this mean we won't see each other anymore? "
Reaching out, he held my palm gently but uncertainly.
"Of course, baby, we still see each other. I will come to your place and try to stop by your condo whenever I can. Alright, still get to hang out.
Though it never touched my eyes, I gave him a small smile. There seemed to be something wrong here.
"Is this truly your choice, or are you doing this because Trixy drove you out of AU? "
His gaze honed. "Trixy has nothing to do with it. This is my own choice.
Not for a second did I believe him.
That girl Trixy? Tss. I am sure she is behind this in some way.
But he tightened his grip on my hand, as though he were trying to persuade me to believe him.
"Just assure me, Scarlett. . . Promise me you won't do anything bad to Trixy," he murmured.
I drew my hand away and glared at him. "You sound so worried for her. Jonas Valdoza is my lover; she is merely your ex, so let me remind you.
My voice had grown shrill and freezing.
He got up from his chair and came next to me. "That's not what I meant, baby. "
I frowned. "Then what do you mean? "
"I simply don't want you to get hurt. "
"Hurt? How can I even be hurt? It's just Trixy; I can handle her."
He reduced his tone. "There are people guarding her."
Guarding her?
He looked away to avoid my eyes, which were still purple. I also saw a little gash close to his neck.
Yesterday he asserted a gym mishap; there is no way it happened.
Could the individuals guarding Trixy have done this to him? They learned he utilized her, therefore they got upset.
On my lap, my hands tightened. If that is indeed the case, I will not let it go. If she is the one they are protecting, I will strike her. And I dont care if her family owns this schoolIll make her life miserable at Austen University.
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Trixy's Pov
Cafeteria - Free Time
Just finished one of our morning sessions, my bandmates and I were seated at our regular table. Luna, Erlyn, Phoebe, and naturally my best friend Zyron.
Today, he was giving us snacks.
"Girls! "
Toward the voice we all turned.
Sydnee was jogging toward our table, eagerly holding up a rolled poster. She presented it dramatically in front of us.
"Next week, our university is having a Battle of the Bands! Therefore, what do you comment? Are we joining? " she inquired, eyes shining with excitement.
Luna, Erlyn, and Phoebe all looked to me in quiet agreement.
"Of course," I answered smirking.
"Yes! We get to show the whole university our talent again! ," Phoebe said, gracefully catching her drumsticks as she twirled them in the air.
Sydnee turned to Zyron. "What about you, Zyron? Arent you joining? "
He blinked. "Me? I have no band. "
Erlyn chimed in saying, "You were the former lead vocalist of JZ Band, werent you? "
Indeed. My closest friend used to be in perhaps the most famous band in Australia. They really were more well-known than we ever could have been. I'm still unsure of his resignation's causes.
"Yeah, I used to be but I have ceased. Too many things going on at the moment.
Erlyn murmured, "That's such a waste. "
Ever the tomboy of our gang, Phoebe chimed in. "How are we going to practice though? We cant do it during school daysyoull get in trouble with your dad again. "
Indeed, that is the case.
Id negotiated with Dad that I would just be able to play on Saturdays. Monday through Friday was for academics. No exceptions.
Always the problem solver, Luna said, "Then let's practice during vacant periods. " Alternatively, I might try contacting Tito Kyle. Perhaps hell lets us practice at home.
I grumbled, thankful.
I saw Zyron gazing out of the corner of my eye into the distance. Following his gaze, I observed Jonas and Scarlett conversing a few tables away.
I turned around Zyron. His face was impenetrable. Somewhat stressed, perhaps even . . . mad?
I nudged him and added, "Earth to Zyron. "
He opened and turned to face me. Sorry; simply zoned off.
I restrained myself from asking what he was thinking.
Sydnee then leaned across the table once more. Alright, we're in. Tomorrow let's choose a setlist.
Everybody agreed with a nod.
I ran upon Jonas again later that afternoon.
He appeared to have been waiting for me outside the music room.
He moved closer. Trixy. . . I just want to express regret. everything I did.
One of my eyebrows shot up. "Really? What do you want me to say to that? "
I am aware I offended you. And I admit itI used you."
From behind me, Luna remarked, "Finally, some honesty. "
Jonas nodded. That is why I am apologizing now.
Head cocked, I asked, "Have you ever broken anything delicate? "
He appeared perplexed. "Uh. . . I once broke my mother's vase. "
"Jonas, no matter how hard you try to repair anything that breaks, it never feels the same again. That's what you did to me. You ruined something. Me. And you did it just to win Scarlett back. "
He glanced down, remorse showing all across his face. "I know. I just hope someday. . . you will forgive me.
"I am unsure if that day will ever come. "
Not right now
"Jonas! Baby! "
We turned about.
Scarlettt. Naturally.
Like she couldn't wait to show Jonass he was hers, she hurried up and linked her arm around him.
I fought back the impulse to roll my eyes.
She said biting her lip temptingly, "Why didn't you come to class yesterday? I was looking for youyou have no idea how much I missed you."
"Desperate," Luna murmured beneath her breath.
Scarlett jerked her head in her direction. "Excuse me? Was there something you said? "
Luna acted innocently. "Nope. Did I, girls? "
Erlyn, Sydnee, and Phoebe simultaneously nodded head shakes. Not at all.
Scarlett turned back towards Jonas. "What happened to your face? What's with the bruise? "
Jonas rubbed the back of his neck. "Ah, its. . . its from training at the gym."
liar.
"Best friend! "
We all turned to look Zyron walking in our direction.
He stopped beside me.
Zay! You missed school yesterday, too. Where were you? I enquired.
Mom wanted me to go to the business to meet one of their new investors. Oh, and Mom prepared carbonara for you. He gave me a paper bag and said, "It's in here.
My eyes dilated. "Seriously? That's my favorite! "
She remembered, he said with a little grin.
Scarlett appeared bothered. Baby, who actually wounded you?
Jonas stuttered, "I--its nothing. Just from gym training. "
I did, however, see it.
Jonas's perspective on Zyron.
Like he was frightened.
And the way Zyron regarded him menacingly and coldly.
Something unquestionably occurred.
Jonas turned to me one last time. "Trixy, I am quite sorry. Soon Ill be leaving AU. I only have to finish at the administrative office some paperwork.
He turned and left Scarlett with that.
He is going?
I dismissed something hardening in my chest right away.
Excellent. Let him leave.
The sooner he is out of my life, the simpler it will be to forget him.
The more time it will take to heal.
And possibly. . . just possibly. . .
The one person I had been standing beside all along was the one I needed to see me for who I really was.
Zyrons.